Best fast prime lenses for Fujifilm X: Top Picks
Our catalogue lists 62 fast prime lenses for Fujifilm X. Fixed lenses with a maximum aperture of f/1.8 or wider, for low light and shallow depth of field.
How these were picked. Lenses are ranked using only data in our catalogue: those with editorial notes first, then those with a photo and a buying link, newer release years where known, and faster maximum apertures as a tie-breaker. This is a data-based shortlist, not a hands-on test ranking.
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1.Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Fujinon
16mm · f/1.4 · Fujifilm X
A fast, weather-resistant wide prime for X-mount with a 24mm-equivalent view. It weighs about 375 g, takes 67mm filters and focuses as close as 0.15 m.
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2.Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR Fujinon
23mm · f/1.4 · Fujifilm X
The second-generation 23mm f/1.4 for Fujifilm X, with a linear motor and weather-resistant sealing. It keeps the 35mm-equivalent view.
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3.Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R Fujinon
35mm · f/1.4 · Fujifilm X
One of the original Fujifilm X-mount lenses, a 35mm f/1.4 giving about 52mm equivalent. It has a metal build and aperture ring, but slower, louder autofocus than newer designs.
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4.Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Fujinon
18mm · f/1.4 · Fujifilm X
A fast weather-resistant 27mm-equivalent wide prime for X-mount with a linear motor. It weighs about 370 g and takes 62mm filters.
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5.Fujifilm XF 33mm F1.4 R LM WR Fujinon
33mm · f/1.4 · Fujifilm X
A fast, weather-resistant normal prime for X-mount, giving a 50mm-equivalent view. It weighs about 360 g and takes 58mm filters.
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6.Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R
56mm · f/1.2 · Fujifilm X
A fast portrait prime for Fujifilm X giving about 85mm equivalent at f/1.2. It is prized for shallow depth of field.
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7.Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R WR Fujinon
56mm · f/1.2 · Fujifilm X
A redesigned 56mm f/1.2 portrait prime for Fujifilm X with weather sealing and faster autofocus. It gives about 85mm equivalent.
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8.Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R Fujinon
23mm · f/1.4 · Fujifilm X
The original 23mm f/1.4 for Fujifilm X mount, giving about 35mm equivalent. It has a manual-clutch focus ring.
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9.Fujifilm XF 50mm F1.0 R WR Fujinon
50mm · f/1.0 · Fujifilm X
The Fujifilm XF 50mm F1.0 R WR Fujinon is an APS-C fast standard prime lens covering 50mm at f/1.0 for Fujifilm X mount cameras, with weather-resistant construction. The natural field of view suits street, documentary...
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10.Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm F1.2 R APD
56mm · f/1.2 · Fujifilm X
A 56mm f/1.2 APS-C fast standard prime lens, the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm F1.2 R APD is designed for Fujifilm X mount bodies. A fast portrait prime for Fujifilm X cameras with a wide f/1.2 aperture.
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11.Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 Pro
27mm · f/1.2 · Fujifilm X
This 27mm f/1.2 APS-C fast wide-angle prime lens from Viltrox fits Fujifilm X mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
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12.Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 Pro
75mm · f/1.2 · Fujifilm X
A 75mm f/1.2 APS-C fast short-telephoto prime lens, the Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 Pro is designed for Fujifilm X mount bodies. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.